Dietitian Jobs in Maryland
Dietitian jobs in Maryland are concentrated in Baltimore, Bethesda, and the greater Washington, D.C. corridor, where hospital systems like Johns Hopkins Medicine, University of Maryland Medical System, and MedStar Health maintain large clinical nutrition departments. Demand is strongest in clinical dietetics, oncology nutrition, and renal nutrition, with openings ranging from entry-level clinical rotations to senior outpatient and management positions. Maryland's proximity to federal health agencies and major academic medical centers keeps hiring consistently active across both urban and suburban settings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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A Day in the Life at Option Care Health
Extraordinary Careers. Endless Possibilities.
With the nation’s largest home infusion provider, there is no limit to the growth of your career.
Option Care Health, Inc. is the largest independent home and alternate site infusion services provider in the United States. With over 8,000 team members including 5,000 clinicians, we work compassionately to elevate standards of care for patients with acute and chronic conditions in all 50 states. Through our clinical leadership, expertise and national scale, Option Care Health is re-imagining the infusion care experience for patients, customers and team members.
Join a company that is taking action to develop an inclusive, respectful, engaging and rewarding culture for all team members. At Option Care Health your voice is heard, your work is valued, and you’re empowered to grow. Cultivating a team with a variety of talents, backgrounds and perspectives makes us stronger, innovative, and more impactful. Our organization requires extraordinary people to provide extraordinary care, so we are investing in a culture that attracts, hires and retains the best and brightest talent in healthcare.
Job Description Summary:
The Registered Dietitian (RD) is a qualified professional who is responsible for the development and implementation of clinical and operational strategies to promote the home nutrition support (enteral and parenteral patients) across multiple locations depending on where coverage is needed. The RD performs nutritional assessments to formulate and adjust nutritional goals for individual patients.Job Description:
Job Responsibilities
Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
Reviews new nutrition patient referrals and ensures clinical and fiscal appropriateness of ordered products and services.
Advises patients and their families on nutrition support administration, water delivery, accesses and pump management.
Documents all interventions pertaining to nutritional care in patients' electronic medical record.
Maintains knowledge of products and reimbursement guidelines to effectively answer questions for patients, referral sources, prescribers and the organization’s employees.
Performs ongoing clinical review of nutrition patients according to age-appropriate policies.
Participates in performance improvement activities, data collection, outcomes measurement and multidisciplinary nutrition care planning.
Understands Medicare qualification and billing practices for parenteral and enteral nutrition therapies. Reviews and oversees documentation obtainment for justification of nutrition services as requested.
Sets high goals and quality comprehensive services to all customers and coworkers through a team approach.
Develops and implements written nutrition plans of care, in conjunction with physicians, healthcare personnel, patients and caregivers.
Uses clinical data to identify and diagnose nutrition-related problems, selects appropriate interventions, tracking progress toward goals. Performs nutritional assessments using various techniques including but not limited to: estimation of nutrient intake, calculation of nutritional requirements, anthropometrics, evaluation of selected laboratory results and assessment of drug-nutrient interactions. Communicates findings of nutritional assessments to appropriate disciplines and documents with progress notes and assessments of patients’ medical records.
Obtains nutrition orders from qualified healthcare professionals in accordance with law and regulations. Completes medical documentation associated with orders as assigned (Durable Medical Equipment Information Form, etc).
Basic Education/Experience
Registered Dietitian with a license/certification in the current state of practice, as appropriate.
Current registration as Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Certified Nutrition Support Clinician.
Licensed in state of residency (if licensure is available) and in good standing.
Minimum of two (2) years nutrition support experience.
One (1) year DME, Infusion or Home Health experience.
Experiential requirements may be waived in lieu of evidence of progressive growth in and attainment of the skills necessary to perform the required duties.
Basic Qualifications
Knowledge of regulations and legal requirements governing the industry.
Knowledge of accreditation standards and requirements.
Skill in following new strategies, operations and procedures.
Extensive knowledge in nutrition support for disease- and age-specific populations.
Knowledge of computerized information systems, including basic reimbursement applications.
Knowledge of parenteral and enteral nutrition reimbursement: state, federal and commercial.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret clinical information appropriate to duties and responsibilities assigned. Ability to operate information systems, follow policy, complete required forms, and prepare reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from referral sources, managers, patients, employees, payors and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as parenteral and enteral nutrition formula calculations, percentages, and volume.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of abstract variables.
Due to state pay transparency laws, the full range for the position is below:
Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Pay Range is $33.75-$56.24Benefits:
- 401k Retirement Savings With Company Match
- Paid Time off
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Mental Health Services
- Award/Recognition Programs
- myFlexPay
Option Care Health subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, making employment available without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status according to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Posted: Aug 25, 2026
A Day in the Life at Option Care Health
Extraordinary Careers. Endless Possibilities.
With the nation’s largest home infusion provider, there is no limit to the growth of your career.
Option Care Health, Inc. is the largest independent home and alternate site infusion services provider in the United States. With over 8,000 team members including 5,000 clinicians, we work compassionately to elevate standards of care for patients with acute and chronic conditions in all 50 states. Through our clinical leadership, expertise and national scale, Option Care Health is re-imagining the infusion care experience for patients, customers and team members.
Join a company that is taking action to develop an inclusive, respectful, engaging and rewarding culture for all team members. At Option Care Health your voice is heard, your work is valued, and you’re empowered to grow. Cultivating a team with a variety of talents, backgrounds and perspectives makes us stronger, innovative, and more impactful. Our organization requires extraordinary people to provide extraordinary care, so we are investing in a culture that attracts, hires and retains the best and brightest talent in healthcare.
Job Description Summary:
The Registered Dietitian (RD) is a qualified professional who is responsible for the development and implementation of clinical and operational strategies to promote the home nutrition support (enteral and parenteral patients) across multiple locations depending on where coverage is needed. The RD performs nutritional assessments to formulate and adjust nutritional goals for individual patients.Job Description:
Job Responsibilities
Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
Reviews new nutrition patient referrals and ensures clinical and fiscal appropriateness of ordered products and services.
Advises patients and their families on nutrition support administration, water delivery, accesses and pump management.
Documents all interventions pertaining to nutritional care in patients' electronic medical record.
Maintains knowledge of products and reimbursement guidelines to effectively answer questions for patients, referral sources, prescribers and the organization’s employees.
Performs ongoing clinical review of nutrition patients according to age-appropriate policies.
Participates in performance improvement activities, data collection, outcomes measurement and multidisciplinary nutrition care planning.
Understands Medicare qualification and billing practices for parenteral and enteral nutrition therapies. Reviews and oversees documentation obtainment for justification of nutrition services as requested.
Sets high goals and quality comprehensive services to all customers and coworkers through a team approach.
Develops and implements written nutrition plans of care, in conjunction with physicians, healthcare personnel, patients and caregivers.
Uses clinical data to identify and diagnose nutrition-related problems, selects appropriate interventions, tracking progress toward goals. Performs nutritional assessments using various techniques including but not limited to: estimation of nutrient intake, calculation of nutritional requirements, anthropometrics, evaluation of selected laboratory results and assessment of drug-nutrient interactions. Communicates findings of nutritional assessments to appropriate disciplines and documents with progress notes and assessments of patients’ medical records.
Obtains nutrition orders from qualified healthcare professionals in accordance with law and regulations. Completes medical documentation associated with orders as assigned (Durable Medical Equipment Information Form, etc).
Basic Education/Experience
Registered Dietitian with a license/certification in the current state of practice, as appropriate.
Current registration as Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Certified Nutrition Support Clinician.
Licensed in state of residency (if licensure is available) and in good standing.
Minimum of two (2) years nutrition support experience.
One (1) year DME, Infusion or Home Health experience.
Experiential requirements may be waived in lieu of evidence of progressive growth in and attainment of the skills necessary to perform the required duties.
Basic Qualifications
Knowledge of regulations and legal requirements governing the industry.
Knowledge of accreditation standards and requirements.
Skill in following new strategies, operations and procedures.
Extensive knowledge in nutrition support for disease- and age-specific populations.
Knowledge of computerized information systems, including basic reimbursement applications.
Knowledge of parenteral and enteral nutrition reimbursement: state, federal and commercial.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret clinical information appropriate to duties and responsibilities assigned. Ability to operate information systems, follow policy, complete required forms, and prepare reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from referral sources, managers, patients, employees, payors and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as parenteral and enteral nutrition formula calculations, percentages, and volume.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of abstract variables.
Due to state pay transparency laws, the full range for the position is below:
Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Pay Range is $33.75-$56.24Benefits:
- 401k Retirement Savings With Company Match
- Paid Time off
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Mental Health Services
- Award/Recognition Programs
- myFlexPay
Option Care Health subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, making employment available without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status according to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Posted: Aug 25, 2026
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dietitian jobs across Maryland.
- Active Maryland dietitian-nutritionist license issued by the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Completed ACEND-accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program
- Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Experience in a clinical specialty such as renal, oncology, or pediatric nutrition
Dietitian Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a dietitian in Maryland?
To work as a dietitian in Maryland, you must hold a license issued by the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice, which requires completing an ACEND-accredited didactic program and supervised practice, passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam to earn the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential, and submitting a license application to the Board. Maryland does not recognize reciprocity automatically, so out-of-state dietitians must apply directly to the Board for licensure by endorsement.
How much do dietitians make in Maryland?
Dietitians in Maryland earn a median of about $77,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,470 for the lowest 10% to over $100,900 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire dietitians in Maryland?
Companies currently hiring dietitians in Maryland include Healthcare Services, Medical Nutrition Therapy Associates, and DaVita, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's concentration of large academic medical centers and integrated health systems means most openings sit within hospital-based clinical nutrition departments and outpatient specialty clinics.
Which Maryland cities have the most dietitian jobs?
Baltimore, Silver Spring, and Towson are the Maryland cities with the most dietitian openings. Baltimore drives the largest share of postings because of its dense cluster of academic medical centers and specialty hospitals, while Bethesda and the suburban D.C. corridor generate additional volume through federal health agencies, outpatient clinics, and large integrated health systems headquartered in the region.
Are there remote dietitian jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they're less common than in fully desk-based fields because much of dietitian work involves direct patient contact in clinical settings. About 42% of dietitian openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is a meaningful share. The roles most likely to be remote are outpatient telehealth nutrition counseling and corporate wellness consulting positions.
How can I get hired as a dietitian in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a dietetic internship or supervised practice program affiliated with a Maryland institution, such as those run through Johns Hopkins Hospital or the University of Maryland Medical Center, which often convert strong interns into entry-level clinical staff. Applying to diet tech or nutrition assistant roles at MedStar Health or University of Maryland Medical System is a common lateral move that builds clinical exposure. Holding your Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential before applying and targeting community health centers or long-term care facilities gives candidates without hospital experience a practical starting point.
Where can I find and apply to dietitian jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to dietitian jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings across clinical, outpatient, and community nutrition settings. Find a role that fits and apply directly through the listing.
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